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Hidden Pitfalls Decreasing Your Home’s Value – top tips from Upstix CEO
Upstix sees asking prices drop hundreds of pounds every week a property is on the market – the Hidden Pitfalls That Could Be Decreasing Your Home’s Value – And What Sellers Need to Know Selling a home is one of life’s biggest financial decisions, but even the most desirable properties can fall short of their…
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Air Source Heat Pumps vs. Traditional Heating: Why Maintenance Matters
As more UK homeowners shift towards greener living and energy-efficient technologies, air source heat pumps have become an increasingly popular choice. Promising reduced emissions and lower energy bills, these systems present a compelling alternative to traditional gas or oil boilers. However, while the benefits are clear, one area remains crucial regardless of the heating system…
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Guide to deciphering property surveys
To help buyers navigate the world of property surveys, Cheke & Co has compiled a step-by-step, guide: Why do I need a property survey? Having a professional survey report is crucial to making informed decisions when purchasing a property. Our reports provide you with expert advice to: Make a reasoned and informed decision on whether…
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Streamlining Property Documentation for Fast Transactions
Property transactions often stall due to paperwork bottlenecks. Missing documents, hard-to-read files, and format incompatibilities can turn straightforward sales into lengthy ordeals. For estate agents, property managers, and solicitors, these delays mean unhappy clients and lost revenue. Efficient document management sits at the centre of smooth property transactions. Converting files between formats quickly ensures that…
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How to Choose an Air Conditioning Installation Engineer
With rising temperatures becoming more common in the UK, many homeowners are considering installing air conditioning systems to maintain comfortable indoor environments. However, selecting the right professional to handle your air conditioning installation is crucial for ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulations. This comprehensive guide will help you navigate the process of choosing a…
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Comment: US economic uncertainty to spark boom in UK real estate investing
As Trump’s economic agenda resurfaces rooted in protectionism, tariffs, and “America First” rhetoric, markets are experiencing renewed and significant volatility. While the goal may be to repatriate jobs and capital, the reality could mirror his first term: supply chain disruption, retaliatory tariffs, inflation, and ultimately, a loss of investor confidence. The resulting uncertainty is likely…
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Selling fast! Spruce up your home ahead of double Bank Holiday viewing rush
Average property takes 145 days to go under offer, but some get snapped up in as few as 13 days Property expert shares top tips to get your property sell-ready in hours ahead of May Bank Holiday showings Spring is house-moving time for many Brits and the double Bank Holidays in May are peak time…
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What Manchester Homebuyers Should Know, According to Conveyancers
Buying a home in Manchester can be one of the most exciting and significant decisions in your life—but it’s also one of the most complex. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or moving up the property ladder, navigating the legal and administrative side of a home purchase can be daunting. That’s where conveyancers come in. These…
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5 Top Tips for Increasing the Value of Your Home
For some people, buying a home, working on it and then selling it is the primary goal to keep upgrading homes. Whether you choose to re-decorate or re-model the property, a renovation of your home can help to keep the ball rolling towards enabling you to secure a profit on your next house sale. Whilst…
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Planning consultations for major infrastructure to be streamlined
Robert Bruce, a planning and infrastructure partner at law firm Freeths LLP, said he: “Welcomed the change as a significant step to speeding up the DCO process and the focus on the quality and effectiveness of the consultation, rather than box ticking and a risk averse approach to pre-application consultation due to the current legal…
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How Long It Takes to Buy a House in the UK: 5 Common Delays That Can Slow Down Your Home Purchase
Wondering how long it takes to buy a house in the UK? The average timeline ranges from 8 to 22 weeks, but even that can stretch significantly due to unexpected delays, especially if you’re a first-time buyer or caught in a chain. That’s why working with experienced professionals like Belvoir — one of the UK’s…
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How Technology is Changing the Prime Property Viewing Experience
The world of luxury real estate has always been about delivering a premium, personal experience. But in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, even the most traditional sectors are being reshaped by technology—and prime property viewings are no exception. From augmented reality to AI-driven virtual tours, the way buyers interact with high-end properties has changed dramatically….
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Calculating Rental Yields and Cash Flow: Essential Tips for First-Time UK Investors
Investing in rental property can be a lucrative venture, but understanding how to calculate rental yields and cash flow is crucial for first-time investors. These metrics help determine the profitability of your investment and ensure you make informed decisions when entering the property market. If you’re considering property investment in Lincoln, working with experienced professionals…
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Property Networking in London
Are you looking to network with more property professionals in London? There are many ways in which you can from live networking events to using social media. Let us take a look at some of the latest property networking methods used successfully in 2025: A simple search on Google for ‘property networking in London‘ will…
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UK house prices grow by 1.4% according to Rightmove
Commenting on UK house prices showing an annual rate of growth of 1.4% according to Rightmove data, Tom Brown, Managing Director, Real Estate at Ingenious, said: “Today’s data shows that the resilience and appeal of the UK property sector persist. Though we have seen higher inflation and sticky borrowing rates, we welcome the BoE’s recent…
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